Clinical trials · California
Spinal Stenosis clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 11 recruiting spinal stenosis studies with a site in California — including Early Phase 1, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT05648474Recruiting
Nerve monitoring during a low-back fusion surgery
This study tests whether special nerve monitoring during a low-back fusion helps make surgery safer and the results easier to judge. It’s for people having a specific type of low-back fusion on one or two levels.
Carlsbad, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06034405Recruiting
Checking spine tissue for heart amyloidosis signs
This trial is looking at leftover tissue from past spine surgeries to see if it contains signs of a heart condition called TTR amyloidosis. It may help find people who have this condition early.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT03072927Recruiting
Study of Medicare patients after mild back decompression
This study uses Medicare records to look at outcomes for people who receive MILD or an interspinous process decompression procedure for lumbar spinal stenosis with nerve symptoms. It may help confirm how well these less-invasive procedures work in real-world patients.
Alhambra, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04992572RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Comparing two types of anesthesia for back decompression surgery
This early study compares two anesthesia approaches during lumbar decompression (back surgery to relieve pressure on nerves). It may help improve comfort and safety during surgery, but whether you personally benefit is not yet known.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 40–95 - NCT05329129Recruiting
Spine surgery registry to track recovery with bone graft
This study follows people who are having spinal fusion surgery using an OssDsign bone graft. It collects health and scan information over time to better understand recovery and outcomes after surgery.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT05504499Recruiting
Test a new implant for low back pain with mild narrowing
This trial studies a new spine implant placed between the bones to help relieve low back pain. You may be a candidate if imaging shows mild-to-moderate spinal narrowing and you’ve already tried non-surgical treatments for at least 3 months.
Santa Rosa, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06140927RecruitingPhase 3
Ketamine's effect on spinal monitoring during back surgery
This study tests if giving ketamine during certain back surgeries affects how well doctors can monitor your spinal nerves during the operation. It's for adults having a posterior spinal fusion.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06157177RecruitingPhase 4
M640 for acute low back pain study
This trial tests a new treatment (M640) for people with acute low back pain, with or without sciatica. It aims to see if M640 can help reduce pain quickly.
Valley Village, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT04418830Enrolling by invitation
Study of a spine cage implant for degenerative back problems
This trial studies how well specific lumbar (lower back) implant “cages” help fuse vertebrae in people with degenerative disc disease, spinal slippage, narrowing, curvature, or forward-bending deformity. It may help by testing an approach to improve stability and reduce symptoms after surgery.
Los Alamitos, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05356286Recruiting
Recording spinal cord stimulation and monitoring during surgery
This study records what happens when doctors use spinal cord monitoring and stimulation during brain or spinal cord surgery. It may help improve how safely these procedures are performed in the future.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting spinal stenosis studies listed above.
- Evolve Restorative Center · 2 studies
- University of California, San Francisco · 2 studies
- Advanced Pain Management
- Advanced Pain Solutions
- Adventist Health Glendale
- Adventist Health St Helena
- Alliance Surgery Center, Inc
- Alphatec Spine Inc.
What taking part in a spinal stenosis study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Common questions
- Are there spinal stenosis clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 11 recruiting spinal stenosis studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a spinal stenosis study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a spinal stenosis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New spinal stenosis studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.